Process Mechanical Engineering Intern - Water (Summer 2027)
About The Position
Stantec’s Phoenix, Arizona office is seeking a Process Engineering Intern to join a multidisciplinary team of water professionals for Summer 2027. The intern will gain hands-on experience supporting water and wastewater treatment projects across Arizona and the Southwest, working alongside engineers, designers, and technical specialists. Project exposure may include treatment facilities, water reuse systems, pipelines, and pump stations, with opportunities to collaborate with Stantec teams across the United States and draw on its global technical expertise. The intern will support project teams with engineering calculations, process data review, design drawings, technical memoranda, equipment and process documentation, and other technical work products. The role also provides experience evaluating treatment alternatives, organizing technical and field information, participating in project meetings and design reviews, and supporting site visits and field investigations. The position involves a typical office environment with computer work; field work may involve exposure to inclement weather. Staff may opt to work a portion of their time at home.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical, environmental, civil, mechanical, or a related engineering field at an accredited college or university.
- Completion of foundational engineering coursework.
- Basic understanding of process, mechanical, civil, environmental, chemical, or related engineering concepts.
- Interest in water and wastewater treatment, water reuse, or related infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, ask questions, receive feedback, and manage assigned tasks.
- Attention to detail and interest in preparing clear, organized technical work products.
- A valid driver’s license may be required for travel to project sites in the Phoenix metropolitan area and elsewhere in Arizona.
Nice To Haves
- Coursework in water or wastewater treatment, fluid mechanics, environmental engineering, chemistry, or process design.
- Exposure to AutoCAD, MicroStation, data analysis, modeling, or related engineering software.
- Previous internship, laboratory, research, design-team, or related project experience.
Responsibilities
- Support local and virtual project teams in preparing work products for water and wastewater clients under the guidance of experienced staff.
- Assist with basic engineering calculations, process data review, design drawings, technical memoranda, and equipment or process documentation.
- Assist process engineers and technical specialists in evaluating water and wastewater treatment alternatives, unit processes, equipment, and facility improvements.
- Apply classroom knowledge to projects involving treatment facilities, water reuse systems, pump stations, pipelines, and related infrastructure.
- Organize, review, and summarize technical information, field data, laboratory data, and operating records.
- Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and coordination with engineers, designers, and other disciplines.
- Support site visits, condition assessments, field investigations, and construction observations as needed.
- Learn and apply Stantec design standards, quality procedures, and commonly used process engineering tools.
- Prepare calculations, figures, tables, meeting notes, and presentation materials with guidance from project staff.
- Communicate questions, progress, and findings effectively with project team members.
- Seek feedback, build technical skills, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Participate in local professional, university, and water-industry events when opportunities are available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
